Alcatraz tour & San Francisco Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour

San Francisco, US
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Highlights

  • Guided bike tour through San Francisco's iconic neighborhoods
  • Stop at Washington Square for stunning views of the city
  • Explore the historic Coit Tower and its unique design
  • Pass by the famous Transamerica Pyramid building
  • Visit the vibrant Mission District with its Latin American and hipster influences

What to expect

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2661 Taylor St

The date you book is the date you will go to Alcatraz. The day before will be your bike tour. Your bike tour will depart from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center- located at 2661 Taylor Street. The guided tour will end in downtown Sausalito.

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Alcatraz Island

On day 1, enjoy the official trip to Alcatraz island, with ferry tickets to and from the island and a 2.5 audio guided tour of the island. We recommend 2/3 hours on the island, but guests can stay and experience prison for as long as they'd like!

Duration 180 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Fisherman's Wharf

On day 2, the tour begins in one of the only true Fisherman's Wharfs left in the country. Tour departs from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center at 2661 Taylor Street.

Duration 30 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Coit Tower

Donated by a widow of the Firefighters union Coit Tower pays homage to all firefighters, with it's fire hydrant design.

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Washington Square

The tour will take you from Fisherman's Wharf into Little Italy. The first stop is at Washington Square Park, located in between St Peter & Paul's Church, Mommas restaurant, and some of the best Italian restaurants San Francisco has to offer. This stop provides great views of the TransAmerica building, Coit Tower, and Russian Hill.

Duration 3 minutes
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Transamerica Pyramid

Standing 853 feet tall with 48 floors. The Transamerica building is evocative of San Francisco and has become one of the many symbols of the city.

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Exploratorium

Pass by the exploratorium, filled with science projects for everyone! Come back after the tour for some family fun!

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Ferry Building Marketplace

Another iconic landmark of San Francisco! Designed in 1898. The Ferry Building was remodeled in 2003 to be a food retailer and market. It used to be the second busiest transit terminal until completion of Golden Gate and Bay Bridges

Duration 5 minutes
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The Embarcadero

Ride along the bike-friendly path along the Bay waterfront!

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SoMa

After the ferry building ride through the tech district and the design district through the industrial and cool SoMA (South of Market) district.

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Oracle Park

Recently renamed Oracle Park, riders can see the home of one of America's best baseball teams, The Giants!

Duration 5 minutes
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Mission District

Traditionally a very Latin-American part of San Francisco, now borderrs with hipsters! Ride through Mission and Valencia Streets and see all the beautiful taqeria's, vintage stores, and amazing thrift stores!

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Clarion Alley Murals

See the talent of our many Street Artists while riding through Clarion Alley. Stop to take a picture of your new favorite piece, and maybe even meet the artist that made it!

Duration 10 minutes
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Mission Dolores Park

Stop atop Dolores Park at the "fruit shelf" for one of the best photo ops of the downtown San Francisco Skyline.

Duration 5 minutes
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The Castro

Home of Harvey Milk and the LGBT movement, this neighborhood is steeped in rich history, vibrant colors, and a fabulous attitude!

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Duboce Triangle

Ride your bike through the wiggle- a popular local cyclist route from the Castro into the Haight-Ashbury Neighborhood.

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Panhandle - Golden Gate Park

Ride alongside the daily commuters and experience life like-a-local! along this short ride to the entrance of Golden Gate Park.

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Haight-Ashbury

The tour includes a 30 minute lunch stop at our Golden Gate Park shop, 622 Shrader Street. Riders can get off their bike and walk around the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood, or grab a sandwich from the local Haight Street Market. Haight-Ashbury is where the hippie movement began one summer of love. As you ride by you will hear the faint sounds of music by Janis Joplin and the Grateful dead - who owned homes near The Haight during the summer of love.

Duration 30 minutes
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Alamo Square

The famous painted ladies and the backdrop of San Francisco! One of the most original and iconic photos of San Francisco will be taken here in this quintessential San Francisco park, Alamo Square Park.

Duration 5 minutes
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Hayes Valley

You will ride through this trendy upscale neighborhood with beautiful shops and resturants. You will see the Opera House and the SF Symphony on your way from Alamo Square to Civic Center.

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Lower Nob Hill

Ride along the Polk Gulch from Civic Center- a neighborhood that has seen it all! It was the original LGBT district of San Francisco. First Gay Pride Parade in San Francisco was on Polk Street in 1972.

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Civic Center

San Francisco's Civic center has some of the most beautiful Architecture- City Hall lights up in different colors each night, and you can see the lawn out front with a Spanish Retiro-park feel.

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Aquatic Park

See the iconic views of Ghiradelli Square, the Hyde Street piers, The Maritime Museum and the neighborhood Russian Hill.

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2661 Taylor St

Your bike tour will end back where it started, in Fisherman's Wharf at our 2661 Taylor Bike Shop.

Duration 5 minutes
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2661 Taylor St

The date you book is the date you will go to Alcatraz. The day before will be your bike tour. Your bike tour will depart from our Fisherman's Wharf Tour Center- located at 2661 Taylor Street. The guided tour will end in downtown Sausalito.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Comfortable shoes and clothes, water and sunscreen are recommended; dress in layers as weather is likely to change quickly
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    Rates are the same for all people ages 13 of years or older
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    The date you book is the date you will visit Alcatraz Island
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    After confirming your booking, you will be given a precise Alcatraz departure time. Once on the island, guests may leave at any time as ferries depart every 30 to 40 minutes; the last departing ferry is usually 6:30pm.
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    The Alcatraz date cannot be adjusted after booking
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    All travelers first and last names are required upon booking
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    For security purposes, a government-issued photo ID is required for all guests to board the Alcatraz ferry
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    Self-Guided Audio guided tour lasts between 2.5- 3 hours
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    Alcatraz audio tour is available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese and Korean
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    Alcatraz voucher and a valid photo ID for all travelers will be required to pick up your Alcatraz tickets at Pier 33
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    Your bike tour will be reserved for the day after your Alcatraz trip.
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    Your Guided bike tour starts in Fisherman’s Wharf and takes you through the city of SF, the best way- on an e-bike!
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    Electric Bike Tour is 15 miles and lasts up to 4 hours
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    Credit card with ID (one per party) is required to be on file for a security deposit
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    Bike helmets are mandatory
Provided by Bay City Bike Rentals & Tours

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for biking
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    Check ferry times for Alcatraz
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    Try lunch at a nearby Italian restaurant
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    Bring a water bottle for hydration
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    Explore Fisherman’s Wharf after the tour

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